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Drinking Coffee Elsewhere

San Jose State University
San Jose , United States
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Creative Writing | Literature
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Humanities | Langauges
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English
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Program Overview

SJSU Campus Reading Program

The SJSU Campus Reading Program is a university-wide initiative that aims to foster a sense of community and promote discussions among students, faculty, and staff.


Program History

The program has a rich history, with a diverse range of book selections over the years, including:


  • All We Can Save
  • Citizen: An American Lyric
  • Color of the Sea
  • Drinking Coffee Elsewhere
  • Escape from Camp 14
  • Hot Dogs and Hamburgers
  • Just Mercy
  • Little Princes
  • My Beloved World
  • Nickel and Dimed
  • Spare Parts
  • The Absolutely True Diary of a Part-Time Indian
  • The Circle
  • The Immortal Life of Henrietta Lacks
  • The John Carlos Story
  • The Kite Runner
  • True American
  • Water for Elephants
  • What the Eyes Don't See
  • Darius the Great Is Not Okay
  • The Displaced

Book Selection

The 2025 book selection is "There There" by Tommy Orange. The author, Tommy Orange, is a Native American writer who has gained critical acclaim for his debut novel.


Events

The program hosts various events throughout the year, including:


  • Past Events
    • Race in Urban Spaces
    • Citizen Symposium
    • Experience of a Black Patient
    • Climate Change & Sustainability Fair

About the Program

The SJSU Campus Reading Program is designed to encourage students, faculty, and staff to engage in discussions and reflections on the selected book. The program aims to foster a sense of community and promote a deeper understanding of the book's themes and issues.


How to Participate

To participate in the program, individuals can attend events, join discussions, and engage with the book's themes and issues.


Student Testimonials

The program has received positive feedback from students, who appreciate the opportunity to engage with the book and discuss its themes and issues with their peers.


Drinking Coffee Elsewhere

The Fall 2007 book, "Drinking Coffee Elsewhere," by ZZ Packer, is a collection of eight engaging short stories. ZZ Packer was the Lurie Distinguished Visiting Professor of Creative Writing at SJSU in Spring 2008.


Author Information

ZZ Packer is a renowned author known for her thought-provoking and engaging writing style. Her work has been widely acclaimed and has received numerous awards and recognition.


SJSU Reading Program

The SJSU Reading Program is a university-wide initiative that aims to promote reading and discussion among students, faculty, and staff.


Colleges

San José State University has a diverse range of colleges, including:


  • Business
  • Education
  • Engineering
  • Graduate Studies
  • Health and Human Sciences
  • Information, Data and Society
  • Humanities and the Arts
  • Professional Education
  • Science
  • Social Sciences

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The university offers a range of resources, including:


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